Travelling from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) to Mexico City: what you need to know
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport is located in Kolkata. Based in the UTC-6 timezone, Mexico City is 11 hours 30 minutes behind Kolkata.
To avoid missing your CCU to Mexico City flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow even more breathing space. A good general rule for peak times? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Located around 13 kilometres from central Kolkata, CCU can be reached in about 40 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
Searching for a hotel close to CCU? If you're boarding an early flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Mexico City, these stays set you up for a seamless send-off:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport, 75.9% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) to Mexico City
RM2,347 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Mexico City flight. A return ticket right now is RM4,589. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from CCU to Mexico City if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Mexico City across each month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
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Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
The distance from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to central Mexico City is roughly 8 kilometres. It takes about 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 55 minutes when travelling by public transport.
If you have a late flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Mexico City, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near MEX:
Pick up a Benito Juarez International Airport rental car and discover Mexico City and beyond with your own set of wheels. INFINITY RENT, MEX and America are top outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Benito Juarez International Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from CCU to Mexico City.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU) is around 40 kilometres from the centre of Mexico City. Once you've disembarked your flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Mexico City, it'll take you around 55 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
You can expect the trip to take about 1 hour 45 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some comfortable places to lay your head just a short drive from NLU. Switch to relaxation mode at Verticca Hotel after your CCU to Mexico City flight.
Europcar, MEX and Keddy By Europcar make picking up a Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport rental car simple. These trusted providers are located in or around the terminal and will get you on your way in no time.
Snap up a deal by booking your ride from NLU one week in advance. You can also expect to have a bigger selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Mexico City
Travel to Mexico City in high season if you want a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Mexico City during low season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
The warmest month in Mexico City is April, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Mexico City flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CCU to Mexico City in January when temperatures average between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).
More about Mexico City
Start your Mexico City trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Mexico City, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
Chapultepec Park and Zocalo are a couple of leading attractions to put on your Mexico City must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at National Museum of Anthropology.
Explore more of Mexico
Mexico City has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Mexico just waiting to be discovered. Around 467 kilometres west of Mexico City, a visit to Guadalajara will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Teatro Degollado, Portales Tlaquepaque Park and Zoologico Guadalajara.
Puebla is another must-experience destination in Mexico and is around 105 kilometres south-east of Mexico City. No journey is complete without visiting Mirador de Los Fuertes, Cuexcomate and Street of Candies.
